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Yee’s were hawed, fun was had, and $227 was raised at the rodeo to purchase livestock for people in poverty across the world! 💰🐄 but the time together was priceless. We’re thankful for the Lord for His presence at the rodeo and so thankful to everyone else who came too! See you at our next event, Saturday 10/31 📜 #rodeo #christianyoungadults #linedancing

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You’re wanted by God always… but you’re wanted by us this weekend! Get your lasso, round up the crew, and saddle up to the party on Saturday night. 🤠

There will be food, line dancing lessons from @olivia.denaise14, games, general cowboy chaos, and a time to fundraise to purchase livestock for people in developing countries through @compassion! 🐄

So dust off your boots and bandanna, come together with the body of Christ at 6pm at @bethlehemhampden, and let’s make some memories 🏜️DM us with any questions or put them in the comments!

[tags: christian social events, rodeo party, cowboy party, Christian line dancing]

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Thank God for friends who bring us closer to Him! Ending the summer over here with so much gratitude for the friends we’ve made along the way 🫶 truly a privilege to honor our King as we grow in community with one another. We can’t wait for you to join us for our fall events, whether you’ve been here since the beginning or you’re still thinking of getting plugged in. Save the date for our next event, September 19! Details to follow 🐄🤠 Drop your favorite Christian Socials memory from the summer below ⬇️⬇️⬇️ [tags: Christian young adults, Christian community, summer]

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A weekend I’ll never forget,conversations I always remember and time where I got to pause in the midst of life and reflect on myself
Fall Con’25 ☮️✌🏽

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Teja Deonarine
When I was about six years old, my parents began taking my sister and I to visit our family in Trinidad and Tobago. During those visits, we often went to a well-known beach called “Maracas Beach” where my love for the ocean first began to blossom. From riding the Caribbean waves to walking along the shore and collecting shells, every moment filled me with curiosity and wonder. As a young scientist in the making, exploring the beaches of Trinidad and Tobago ignited a lifelong fascination with marine life and the beauty of the underwater world, sparking the beginning of my passion for ocean conservation. One of the greatest influences on my love for the ocean was my uncle, who ran a small business in Trinidad dedicated to caring for and selling fish and turtles. What stood out to me most about his work was his deep commitment to sustainability and responsible animal care. Spending my summers with him taught me the basics of maintaining healthy aquatic environments, from understanding tank systems to learning the balance needed for species survival. Shadowing my uncle and observing his dedication not only deepened my respect for marine life but also inspired my own desire to protect and preserve the ocean’s ecosystems for future generations. As I’ve grown closer to the ocean, it has guided me toward a passion for water safety and science communication. I see the ocean as both a reflection of myself and a lifeline that connects people to the natural world. My experiences in and around the water have taught me the importance of education, awareness, and accessibility in marine science. Through promoting water safety, I aim to bridge the gap between people and the sea. In doing so I show that understanding and respecting the ocean is key to protecting it. The ocean serves as a powerful platform to highlight the value of citizen science and how collective efforts can lead to meaningful change.
#marinenostalgia #marinebiology #marinebiologist #forcorals

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Young me thought she was an anomaly, alone in her passion for marine science. She had never seen anyone that looked like her in the marine science space…she hadn’t even felt allowed into such a space.

I’ve never cried this much at a conference but I think that was little jahlen finally feeling affirmed, in her passions, her quirks, her features, her hair, her sense of humor, and her existence.

BWEEMS 2025 was such an amazing and affirming experience. Everyday I met someone new and brilliant. I hope to spend my entire life learning from and being surrounded by this many black women in science.

Thank you BWEEMS

#bweems2025

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X Factor Presents: Confessions of a Model

☎️Dial 1-800-SLAY-N-CRY

Suffering from fierce walk fatigue, emotional outfit changes, or spontaneous runway poses? Help is on the way.

Confessions of a Model— where fashion meets full-blown drama.

May 17th | 226 W 24th Street, Norfolk, VA 23517

Tickets available now on Eventbrite. Because healing looks better in heels.

#ConfessionsOfAModel #XFactorModelsEnt #HotlineForTheDramatic #CryingInCouture

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X Factor Presents: Confessions of a Model

☎️Dial 1-800-SLAY-N-CRY

Suffering from fierce walk fatigue, emotional outfit changes, or spontaneous runway poses? Help is on the way.

Confessions of a Model— where fashion meets full-blown drama.

May 17th | 226 W 24th Street, Norfolk, VA 23517

Tickets available now on Eventbrite. Because healing looks better in heels.

#ConfessionsOfAModel #XFactorModelsEnt #HotlineForTheDramatic #CryingInCouture

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meet our current cohort! ☺️🎉 eight beautiful souls from different walks of life, each bringing a unique perspective and energy to the group! ☮️

our 6-week online community cohorts are centered on a few topics of sustainability (like slow fashion, swaps, green jobs, etc.) and is a chance to learn something new as well as make new eco-friends 💚

the next one starts Feb 24 😍

we have a few spots still left if you’re interested! comment “cohort” and we’ll reach out with more info 🩵

cheers to a sustainable 2025 and beyond 🥂

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A queen with a heart as bold as her crown ❤️♠️👑

Photographer: @cjsandernyc
Edits: @wavvy__productions
Model: @tea_theemodel

#AceOfHearts #model #printmodel #runwaymodel #757model #nycmodel #nyfw

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🌊🧜‍♀️ Where science meets creativity! ✨🐟 Meet Teja Deonarine, a marine biologist and conservationist making waves through research, advocacy, and her unique role as a mermaid performer. 🐠💡 From aquariums to The Hudson River Project, Teja’s journey inspires action for a sustainable future. 🌿🌍 Dive into this episode to explore how she blends science and art to protect our oceans. 🎙️💙 #BlackNerdsMatter #MarineBiology #OceanConservation #MermaidScientist #RepresentationMatters #Sustainability #WomenInSTEM #ElasmobranchResearch

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BIMS week photo dump!

Last week I had the privilege of attending the 2nd annual @blackinmarinescience week held at Paradise Point in San Diego as member of the Tidal Wave program! The week was filled with learning, celebrating joy and acknowledging our importance as black marine scientists! I’m so grateful to have had this opportunity and to have met so many influential black scientists!

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